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===== tire pressure ===== | ===== tire pressure ===== | ||
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+ | > Having a lower tire pressure is like wearing a snowshow. -- BleepinJeep((https:// | ||
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Airing down tires in soft terrain can help increase traction.((http:// | Airing down tires in soft terrain can help increase traction.((http:// | ||
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- an underpressure tread can conform more easily to uneven surfaces. | - an underpressure tread can conform more easily to uneven surfaces. | ||
- | In sand, airing down to pressure of 12-15psi is common, with some going down to 8psi. [[https:// | + | In sand, airing down to pressure of 12-15psi is common, with some going down to 8psi (with bead locks). [[https:// |
- | In loose rock, air down somewhat less so the sidewalls are less likely to be damaged by sharp rocks. | + | In loose rock, air down somewhat less so the sidewalls are less likely to be damaged by sharp rocks. |
===== recovery devices ===== | ===== recovery devices ===== |